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The United Kingdom - THE HIGHLY SKILLED WORKER CATEGORY (PBS TIER 1 GENERAL)


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THE HIGHLY SKILLED WORKER CATEGORY(PBS TIER 1 GENERAL)

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WRS International Limited Page 1United Kingdom PBS Tier 1 General Highly Skilled Workers Information Pack 14st September 2009

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Contents

Changes to the UK Immigration System Page 3Introduction to the Highly Skilled Worker Category

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HSMP Page 4How are points calculated? Page 5Age Page 6Qualifications Page 7Previous Earnings Page 8UK experience Page 10NARIC Page 11Working Process Page 12Timescales Page 12WRS Services Page 12Payment Policy Page 12Appendices Page 13APPENDIX 1 Terms and Conditions Page 14APPENDIX 2 Sample CV Page 15APPENDIX 3 Chef Competency Form Page 17APPENDIX 4 Application Form Page 18



Changes to the UK Immigration System

This page explains what tier and category of the points-based system you should apply under to come to work in the United Kingdom. It tells you all the categories that have closed and which category of the points-based system you may be able to apply to instead. Some categories are still under review or will not be replaced by the points-based system.

Category of worker Former category for applying to work in the United Kingdom

Appropriate new category of the points-based system

When can I applyto the new category?

Highly skilled workers Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP)

Highly skilled worker (Tier 1 General)

30 June 2008

Self-employed lawyers Highly skilled worker (Tier 1 General)

30 June 2008

Writers, composers and artists Highly skilled worker (Tier 1 General)

30 June 2008

Investors Investors Tier 1 Investor 30 June 2008

Entrepreneurs Business persons Tier 1 Entrepreneur 30 June 2008

Innovators Tier 1 Entrepreneur 30 June 2008

Post-study workers (graduates of United Kingdom universities)

Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland Scheme

Tier 1 Post-study work 30 June 2008

International Graduates Scheme Tier 1 Post-study work 30 June 2008



THE HIGHLY SKILLED WORKER CATEGORY(PBS TIER 1 GENERAL)

What is the highly skilled worker category?

The highly skilled worker category is designed to allow highly skilled people to come to the United Kingdom to look for work or self-employment opportunities.

Who can apply as a highly skilled worker?

Unlike sponsored skilled workers (who are covered by tier 2 of the points-based system), you do not need a job offer to apply under the highly skilled worker category. When you apply, you are awarded points based on your qualifications, previous earnings, United Kingdom experience, age, English language skills and available maintenance (money).

You can apply under the highly skilled worker category now if you are:

already in the United Kingdom with permission to stay (known as 'leave to remain') in an immigration category that allows you to switch into the highly skilled worker category;

already in the United Kingdom as a highly skilled worker and you want to extend your permission to stay within your existing category;



already in the United Kingdom under the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP), you want to extend your permission to stay and you are eligible to switch into the highly skilled worker category; or

outside the United Kingdom and you are eligible to apply for permission to enter (known as 'entry clearance') under the highly skilled worker category.

Is Tier 1 (General) Migrant the same as the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme?

Tier 1 General Migrant replaced HSMP. The major difference between the two is that you will no longer need to make two applications - one for your approval letter and one for your visa. The two stages will be combined at the visa section of the British mission in your country.

What transitional arrangements are in place for holders of HSMP Approval Letters who have yet to apply for entry clearance?

If you hold a valid approval letter from Work Permits UK in Sheffield, you should still apply for entry clearance under Tier 1 (General) Migrant. You will only need to satisfy the requirement for maintenance, complete only that part of Appendix 1 and pay a lower fee.

What is the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) Forum Judicial Review (JR) Ruling?

This was a judgement delivered on 8 April 2008. It covers people who joined the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) under arrangements that were suspended, and who did not qualify for extension when the scheme was reintroduced with different requirements. Two groups of people are affected:

Those who applied for and were subsequently refused further leave to remain under the new extension Immigration Rules which came into force on 5 December 2006 and subsequently left the UK, and

Those who left the UK after 7 November without ever applying for further leave to remain under the new Immigration Rules.

Do I need a sponsor?

You do not need a sponsor for Tier 1 (General) Migrant of PBS.

How are the points calculated?



Points are awarded for what are called "Attributes", for which you need to score a minimum of 75 points. These are awarded for:

Age;

Qualifications;

Previous earnings and

UK experience.

Separate points are given for English language ability (10 points) and the availability of funds for maintenance (10 points). In addition to reaching the pass mark for the attributes you must demonstrate that you have the level of English prescribed in the Immigration Rules and produce evidence of the required funds. Entry Clearance Officers will only award points for the sections for where you have indicated that you wish to claim them, and for which you have supplied the required supporting evidence.

Points scoring

Attributes: Age

Points are awarded according to your age at the time the fee is paid and your biometrics received in the Visa Section of the British mission. Applicants aged 32 and over do not score any points for age, but may still score enough points from qualifications, previous earnings and UK experience in order to make up the required 75 points.Under 28 years 20 points28 or 29 years 10 points30 or 31 years 5 points32 years and over 0 points

Attributes: Qualifications (*can include equivalent level professional qualifications)



Points are only awarded if your qualifications are equivalent to British Bachelors, Masters, PhD, or in some cases an MBA (see below) (as validated by the National Academic Recognition Information Centre (UK NARIC) database). UK NARIC is a private company that specializes in the comparison of qualifications to UK academic levels and is accessible through the points calculator.

Points can be scored for vocational and professional qualifications if they are at least equivalent to one of the academic levels shown, but only if they can be verified either through UK NARIC or by the appropriate UK professional body. If you are unable to find details of your qualification on UK NARIC you should obtain written confirmation from the appropriate UK professional body of the qualification’s equivalence to UK academic levels.

Attributes: Previous earnings (from 12 out of the 15 months preceding the application)


MBA 75 points (Only for applicants who enrolled on an eligible MBA course before 30 June 2008 and who graduated within 12 months of submitting their application.

PHD 50 points

Masters 35 points


Points are awarded for your previous earnings from work for a period of up to 12 months out of the 15 months preceding your application. This applies to both salaried staff and self-employed persons. You may claim for a period of less than 12 months, but these earnings will not be considered on a pro rata basis. Earnings from salaried employment will be assessed before deduction of tax. If you are self-employed and the business profits are retained within your business, your share of the business’s net profits generated over the earnings period can be considered. If you take a salary from your business you will need your managing agent or accountant to confirm this in writing, indicating the precise amounts received.

You may claim points for UK earnings only when you were legally entitled to engage in the activities which generated these earnings, for the period claimed.

You may claim points for a 12 month period other than as described above if you can establish that during the last 12 months you have been engaged in full-time study, or had maternity or adoption related leave. You should provide the dates for which either of these circumstances applies on your application form.

To reflect differences in income levels across the world, countries are divided into 5 income bands and local incomes adjusted to the levels shown in the salary ranges below. First convert your salary into sterling, then multiply that figure by the multiplier allocated for your country in the bands in the table below. For example, if your money was earned in India, which is in Band D, you need to multiply your sterling equivalent salary by 5.3. Then locate the resulting figure in one of the salary ranges and read the points allocated. If, during the period, you earned a salary in more than one country you will need to repeat the process.

Earnings£40,000+ 45 points £35,000 - £39,999 40 points £32,000 - £34,999 35 points£29,000 - £31,999 30 points£26,000 - £28,999 25 points£23,000 - £25,999 20 points £20,000 - £22,999 15 points

Country bands



Band A - Country or territory in which money was earned

Andorra; Aruba; Australia; Austria; Belgium; Bermuda; Canada; Cayman Islands; Channel Islands; Denmark; Finland; France; French Polynesia; Germany; Gibraltar; Guam; Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China); Iceland; Ireland; Italy; Japan; Kuwait; Liechtenstein; Luxembourg; Monaco; Netherlands; Norway; Qatar; San Marino; Singapore; Sweden; Switzerland; United Arab Emirates; United Kingdom; United States of America; Vatican.

Multiplier = 1

Band B - Country or territory in which money was earned

American Samoa; Antigua and Barbuda; Argentina; The Bahamas; Bahrain; Barbados; Botswana, Brunei; Chile; Costa Rica; Croatia; Cyprus; Czech Republic, Estonia; Faroe Islands; Greece; Greenland; Grenada; Hungary; Israel; Korea (South); Latvia; Lebanon; Libya; Macao (Special Administrative Region of China); Malaysia, Malta; Mauritius; Mexico, Netherlands Antilles; New Caledonia; New Zealand; Northern Mariana Islands; Oman; Palau; Panama; Poland; Portugal; Puerto Rico; Saudi Arabia; Seychelles; Slovak Republic; Slovenia; Spain; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; Taiwan; Trinidad and Tobago; Uruguay; Venezuela; Virgin Islands.

Multiplier = 2.3

Band C - Country or territory in which money was earned

Albania; Algeria; Belarus; Belize; Bolivia; Bosnia and Herzegovina; Brazil; Bulgaria; Cape Verde; China (Peoples Republic of China); Colombia; Dominica; Dominican Republic; Ecuador; Egypt; El Salvador; Fiji, Gabon; Guatemala; Honduras; Iran; Jamaica; Jordan; Kazakhstan; Lithuania; Macedonia; Maldives; Marshall Islands; Micronesia; Morocco; Namibia; Nauru; Paraguay; Peru; Philippines; Romania; Russian Federation; Samoa; South Africa; St Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname; Swaziland; Syria; Thailand; Tonga; Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan; Vanuatu; West Bank and Gaza.

Multiplier = 3.2

Band D - Country or territory in which money was earned

Angola; Armenia, Azerbaijan; Bangladesh, Benin; Bhutan; Burma; Cameroon; Comoros; Congo (Republic of); Cuba; Djibouti; East Timor; Equatorial Guinea; Gambia; Georgia, Guinea, Guyana; Haiti; India; Indonesia; Iraq; Ivory Coast; Kenya; Kiribati; Kosovo; Lesotho; Mauritania; Moldova; Mongolia; Montenegro; Nicaragua; Pakistan; Papua New Guinea; Senegal; Serbia; Solomon Islands; Sri Lanka; Sudan; Ukraine; Uzbekistan; Vietnam; Yemen; Zambia; Zimbabwe.

Multiplier = 5.3

Band E - Country or territory in which money was earned

Afghanistan; Burkina Faso; Burundi; Cambodia; Central African Republic; Congo (Democratic Republic of); Chad; Eritrea; Ethiopia; Ghana; Guinea-Bissau; Korea (North); Kyrgyzstan; Laos; Liberia; Madagascar; Malawi; Mali; Mayotte; Mozambique; Nepal; Niger; Nigeria; Rwanda; Sao Tome and Principe; Sierra Leone; Somalia; Tajikistan; Tanzania; Togo; Uganda.

Multiplier = 11.4



Attributes: UK experience

5 points can be claimed if either:

• the earnings for which you successfully scored points under Previous Earnings were for UK employment or • you studied at Bachelor degree level or above in full-time higher education in the UK; or at an overseas campus of a UK-based educational institution for at least one full academic year or three consecutive academic terms during the last five years.

Points will be awarded only if you were legally entitled to work or study in the UK throughout the period when these earnings or studies took place.

You are advised to confirm the level of your qualification on the UK NARIC database before claiming points under this attribute. If you are unable to find details of your qualification, please contact UK NARIC for an assessment of the level of your qualification. If this is the required level, you should obtain a confirmation certificate from UK NARIC and submit this with your application. There will be a charge for this service.

English language [10 points available]

The ability to meet the required English standard is a mandatory requirement. If you cannot meet this level, your application will be refused regardless of any points you may have scored in the Attributes section. 10 points are awarded in this section if you meet the required standard and 0 if you do not.

There are three ways in which you can meet this requirement. You can:

• be a national of a majority English speaking country on the following list - Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, New Zealand, St Christopher (Kitts) and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, the United States of America or • hold an English language qualification equivalent to the Council of Europe's Common European Framework for Language Learning level C1 (approximately IELTS level 6.5, GCSE Grade C) or • hold a degree that was taught in English as confirmed by the UK NARIC database as equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree.

Maintenance (Funds) [10 points available]

Even if you have attained the pass mark of 75 in the Attributes section and have the required standard of English, your application will be refused if you do not pass the Maintenance (Funds) requirement.

You must be able to support yourself for the entire duration of your stay in the UK without needing any help from public funds. In order to qualify under Tier 1 (General) Migrant you must be able to demonstrate that you have £2,800 for yourself and (where applicable) £1,600 for each dependant accompanying you and that you have held these amounts for a minimum period of 3 months immediately preceding and dated no more than 1 month prior to the date you submit your application. The balance should not fall below the required minimum at any time during the 3 month period.



NARIC Letter of Comparability

The applicant must, if requested, provide a letter of comparability from UK NARIC stating that the applicant’s qualification/s are equal to or above a UK bachelor degree, maters degree or PHD.

What is the letter of comparability?

A letter of comparability states, in English, what your overseas qualifications equate to in the UK. The UK NARIC letter of comparability is a nationally recognized document that states the comparability for individuals with overseas' awards to the UK's qualification frameworks. It is used by universities, colleges, employers and Government departments and agencies to enable them to assess the individual's qualifications, skills and competencies.How do I apply? THE APPLICANT OR REPRESENTATIVE MUST APPLY DIRECTLY TO NARIC AND NOT TO WRS. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS TAKEN FROM http://www.naric.org.uk/index.asp?page=17YOU SHOULD READ THIS CAREFULLY AND VISIT THE LINK BEFORE APPLYING.NARIC require the following in order to process your enquiry:

a photocopy of your certificate(s) together with final transcript(s)

a covering letter with your contact details and stating the purpose of your enquiry

a photocopy of a certified translation in English if necessary

a self-addressed envelope with correct postage paid if the letter is for a UK address. (If the postal address is outside the UK you do not need to provide postage.)

You can apply either online or through the postal service for this service. Please send your application to:

UK NARICOriel HouseOriel RoadCheltenhamGL50 1XPUK

How long does it take & cost? Depending on the urgency of your enquiry we offer three levels of service:

Fast track plus: 24 hour turnaround - £200.( £235 including VAT)

Fast track: 48 hour turnaround - £150 .( £176.25 including VAT)

Standard: 10 - 15 working day turnaround - £40.00 .( £47 Including VAT)


http://www.naric.org.uk/index.asp?page=17

http://www.naric.org.uk/documents/sample%20certificates/Comparability%20Letter.pdf


Working Process

1.Submission of Registration Files by applicant:- Completed CV in word format- Completed Application form

2. Registration files reviewed, by WRS offices. WRS will confirm, whether, or not, you would meet the required points.

3. Payment of fees, by applicant.

4. Submission of supporting documents, by applicant.

A list of the required documentation will be sent to the applicant.

5. Further consideration of eligibility based upon analysis of documentation.

6. Application to UKBA will take place or applicant is informed that eligibility does not warrant an application. Timescales – End-to-end process

The processing time varies from 1 to 5 months for successful candidates, from the date of application, payment of first instalment and the supply of all relevant documentation.

WRS Services

- Pre-validation of applicant qualifications in line with program.- Application to UKBA through a partner organisation.- Arrangement of residential accommodation (payable by candidate)- Arrangement of airport transfers (payable by candidate)- Provision of an arrival orientation package

Payment Policy

Please refer to separate file for current payment policy structure



APPENDICES

APPENDIX 1 – TERMS AND CONDITIONS

APPENDIX 2 – SAMPLE CV FORMAT

APPENDIX 3 – CHEF COMPETENCY FORM

APPENDIX 4 – APPLICATION FORM



WRS Terms and Conditions: United Kingdom PBS Tier 1 General Highly Skilled Workers

14 th September 2009

1.1.WRS retains the right to reject any applicant that it considers is not suitable for the program.

1.2.Under no circumstances will WRS International Limited accept contingent liability for:(a) The actions of applicants.(b) Delays or the outcome of applications to the UK Border Agency.

1.3. Applicants will submit all documentation requested in a timely fashion and in a good legible condition.

1.4. Any misrepresentation in conjunction with information provided will result in immediate cancellation and termination of participation in the program and no refunds will be made in such cases.

1.5. It is understood that you are giving WRS International Limited your permission and authorization to disclose information about yourself to other third parties.

Date:

Applicant Signature

Print Name

Trading as WRS International Limited, Pyramid House, 43 Queens Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6JP, United KingdomTel: - +44 (0)1252 517 666 Fax: - +44 (0)1252 518 011






First Name LAST NAMECurrent Address:[List current address]

Tel: [Working Landline #] Private mobile phone: [Working Mobile #]

E-mail:

EDUCATION – (List Most Recent Education received first)

Dates [From (Month & Year) – To (Month & Year)]

[Name of school], [City], [Country and/or State] Program and degree received









EXPERIENCE – (List Most Recent Experience received first)Dates [From (Month & Year) – To (Month & Year)]

[Name of Establishment], [City], [Country and/or State]Position- [Duties]








Smiling Picture with professional

attire !


LANGUAGES, COMPUTER SKILLS and OTHERS

Languages: [Languages known, spoken and written. Also include mother tongue.

Computer skills: [List all computer skills. Also can include the different hotel platforms known]

Others: [Other aptitudes possessed of relevant interest and hobbies]

Date and place of birth: [Date and place of birth]

Nationality: [List nationality]

REFERENCES

Please provide details

** please exclude religious views



Chef/Cook Competencies form

THE CHART BELOW SHOWS LEVELS OF PROFICIENCY WITH REGARDS TO SKILLS.

B. LEVELS OF PROFICIENCY:C. 0 – No Experience: Never performed this task / skill.1 – Limited Exp: Performed this task /skill infrequently, needing practice and/or supervision.2 – Experience & Competent: Performed this task/skill frequently and proficiently.3 – Experienced and Able to Teach: Proficient at performing this task / skill; able to teach and supervise.

Skills 3 2 1 0 Skills 3 2 1 0 Skills 3 2 1 0

DEPARTMENTD. CULINARY

SKILLSKEY PROD STRENGTH

HOT RANGEVEGETABLE CARVING

HOT APPETIZERS

GARDE MANGER / COLD KITCHEN ICE CARVING

COLD APPETIZERS

BUTCHERY KITCHEN ARTISTE SOUPSCONFECTIONERY BUTTER CARVING SAUCESPANTRY SUGAR CRAFT ENTRÉE’BAKERY CHOCOLATE WORK VEGETABLELIVE COUNTERS BREAD DISPLAY ROAST / GRILL

FOOD PRESENTATION SEAFOOD

PASTAS

E. CUISINE *F. PROCEDURES

* PIZZASCONTINENTAL COST CONTROL SALADSITALIAN MENU PLANNING PASTRIES

FRENCH STANDARD RECIPEDESERTS (HOT/COLD)

THAI DUTY CHARTS BREADINDIAN TANDOOR STORE INDENTINGINDIAN CURRY INVENTORYMEXICAN RECEIVING

CHINESEVOLUME FORECATING

MEDITERRANEANINNOVATIVE RECIPES

ARABICFUSIONOTHER



WRS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED UK PBS Tier 1 General Highly Skilled Workers APPLICATION FORM

1. Name (as it appears on passport):Surname (family name):

First Name:

Middle Name:

2. Biographical Information:Date of Birth:

City of Birth:

Country of Birth:

Country of Citizenship:

Country of Permanent Residency:

Country where passport is issued:

Passport Number:

Passport Expiration Date:

3. Criminal Background:Have you ever been convicted of a crime? If yes, please explain below:

4. Health Background:Please explain all conditions that you have or previously had.

Date:

Applicant Signature

Print Name







5. What is the highest level qualification that you have? From which Institution?

6. How much did you earn for paid employment during he past 15 months?

7. Have you ever worked or studied in the United Kingdom? Give details in full.

8. What level of English do you have? Do you have an IELTS score?

9. How much do you currently have in the bank?

Date:

Applicant Signature

Print Name






Documents

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